Inflatable Life Raft (SOLAS-A) · Life Rafts
Crew members and operators on board ships frequently rely on reliable evacuation equipment to ensure their safety in emergency situations. Viking Life-Saving Equipment Norway AS offers the Merlin-615 R MKI Outboard model, specifically designed for crew evacuation purposes under SOLAS certification standards. This liferaft is equipped with features that address common failures such as a critical hydrostatic release unit (HRU) failure and CO2 bottle pressure loss due to corrosion or aging. To maintain optimal performance, annual servicing at an approved service station is mandatory, alongside HRU replacement every two years and complete liferaft replacement/recertification every five years. Keeping an HRU on board ensures readiness for emergencies, making this model a trusted choice in maritime safety protocols.
What our service work and the manufacturer documentation say about keeping this model running.
Annual servicing at an approved service station is MANDATORY (SOLAS/MSC.1/Circ.1328). HRU replacement at the manufacturer's interval (typically 2 years). Liferaft replacement/recertification every 5 years.
VIKING Life-Saving Equipment Norway AS: Servicing ONLY at an approved service station. Keep an HRU on board. Annual service mandatory.
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